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54 Best Newlywed Questions to Ask During the Newlywed Game

Newlywed questions: bride and groom walking at a beach with boulders in the background

Looking for ways to celebrate love? The Newlywed Game is the perfect solution, whether you need a fun way to celebrate a couple at their engagement party or bachelorette celebration. You can even play this game at bridal showers and after you tie the knot!

Not only is it fun to play, but it’s also easy to put together, so you can focus on other tasks at hand — like getting the decorations or sending out the digital invitations for your event. Here, we’ll show you how to play the Newlywed
Game
and give you a list of top questions to include on your list. 
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Follow This Wedding Day Timeline for a Stress-Free Day

Wedding day timeline: arrow signs for wedding guests

When you attend a wedding as a guest, everything seems to run smoothly. On the wedding planning side, a lot of that comes down to having a well-prepared wedding day timeline.

Creating a timeline for your wedding date ensures everything happens as planned, and it gives everyone direction — whether it’s your guests, bridal party, or vendors. These timelines clearly lay out expectations and offer structure for the big day. 

Read on to find out how to create a detailed wedding day timeline that’s tailored to your specific event. You’ll find tips for scheduling out the big day and discover a sample timeline you can borrow and customize.
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Create a Memorable Moment with These Beach Proposal Ideas

Beach proposal: man proposing to his partner

We love a good beach proposal, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate your love story. Golden sand, waves gently crashing, and a scenic sky above while asking your partner to take the next step with you — what more could you want?

If you’re ready to start planning your own romantic beach proposal, you’re in the right place. We’ll take you through how to plan the big moment, as well as our favorite beach proposal ideas — including a charming way to announce the news to your loved ones.
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Who Pays for the Bridal Shower? Your Questions Answered

Who pays for bridal shower: Bride To Be lettering on top of pink and white flowers

A bridal shower is the perfect chance to show plenty of love to the bride-to-be before her big day. But while most of us are familiar with the event, you may wonder, “Who pays for a bridal shower, and what does it typically cost?”

Discover the answer and how to save money on hosting a bridal shower with this guide. We’ll also introduce you to one of our favorite ways to save money on bridal showers — digital invitations.
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How Well Do You Know the Bride Questions & How to Play

How well do you know the bride questions: beautiful bride wearing a sash

A bridal shower is the perfect way to celebrate your pal or bestie’s love story and upcoming nuptials. Not only is there time to be sentimental, but these events also leave plenty of room for fun and games. Among our favorites is the “How well do you know the bride” game.

This game puts guests to the test with questions to see how well everyone knows the future Mrs. Questions range from saucy and sassy to challenging and simple so everyone can participate in a way that’s fun for them.

If you’re hosting the bridal shower, you’re in charge of putting on the entertainment (including this game!). Here you’ll find tips on how to play and some “How well do you know the bride” questions you can use to make planning simpler.
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11 Destination Wedding Ideas: Dreamy Locations, Invites & Tips

Destination wedding ideas: wedding arch on a beach

With a destination wedding, you can truly create something magical for you, your partner, and your beloved guests. It’s an opportunity to experience a new culture, take in new sights, and say “I do” in a special location. 

If you’re planning your wedding somewhere far away or exotic, we have the perfect destination wedding ideas for you. We’re sharing top tips for planning a destination wedding, plus revealing some gorgeous destination wedding locations to consider. You’ll find inspiration for every type of getaway, from tropical beaches to mountain retreats and adventurous locales.
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How to Create and Send Destination Wedding Save the Dates

Destination wedding save the dates on a table

Timing is everything when it comes to sending save the dates. After all, this is the first time guests will learn about your actual wedding date — unless you’ve already gushed to them over the phone about it! And, since it’s a destination wedding where people will have to book travel and hotel rooms to attend, you’ll need to send them a bit sooner than normal.

Read on to learn how to create and send save the date cards for destination weddings. You’ll find tips on timing, design, and how to make the announcement eye-catching. Plus, we’ve included some of our favorite save the date designs for weddings in all kinds of destinations, from a tropical paradise to a mountain top.
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10 Wedding Gift Etiquette Questions Answered By the Experts

Wedding gift etiquette: person opening a gift

So you have a date, bought a dress-code-approved outfit, and are ready to pop the bubbly in celebration. The last thing left on your wedding guest to-do list is probably figuring out a wedding gift. If you find yourself struggling, we have some answers!

Explore our wedding gift etiquette guide below where we’ve answered all of your questions. From how much to spend to what to buy, we’ve got your etiquette puzzles solved.
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21 Creative Bridal Games to Play at a Wedding Shower

Bridal games: pink BRIDE balloons, a wine bottle balloon, and a ring balloon

While the bride-to-be is busy with wedding planning, it’s time for you to plan an incredible bridal shower for her — including the best bridal games and activities ever.

If you’re excited to plan the kind of event that’ll bring your bride to tears (in the best way), keep reading. We’ll share all our favorite bridal shower games so you can find the ideal ones for your celebration.
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Wedding Thank You Guide: What to Say & Cute Designs

Wedding thank you notes, an envelope, and a vine on a table

You’ve celebrated the magic of your wedding day and now you’re settling into married life. While most of your wedding to-dos have been completed, there’s one final task you’ll want to check off your list — sending your wedding thank you cards.

Let your wedding guests know how much you appreciate them being part of your special day. With this guide, you’ll learn how and when to send thank you cards and find tips on what to include for a personal touch. Plus, we’ve included some of our favorite wedding thank you card templates so you can find the perfect design for sending your well wishes.
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